Senior Structural Analyst — Spaceflight Upper Stages

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 145,188 - 203,263; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a senior structural analyst to lead advanced structural analyses for aerospace components and systems, directing cross-functional teams to deliver robust designs for spaceflight applications.

You will apply FEMAP-based FEA and hand calculations to optimize weight, strength, and durability while ensuring compliance with design codes and testing requirements. This role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and clear technical reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering with 10+ years of experience.
• Strong understanding of material properties, failure mechanisms, and structural dynamics.
• Experience with FEA software; FEMAP is preferred.
• Ability to lead projects and communicate results to a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct advanced structural analysis for aerospace components and systems.
• Lead project teams, manage deliverables, and ensure timely completion of milestones.
• Perform structural analyses using finite element analysis (FEA) on a wide variety of designs and materials.
• Develop and validate analytical models to simulate structural performance.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior analysts/engineers.
• Produce engineering documentations, reports, and manipulate technical data from hardware testing.

Skills

Structural analysis

FEA

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Structural Engineering

MS degree pref.

Tools

FEMAP

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a senior structural analyst to lead advanced structural analyses for aerospace components and systems, directing cross-functional teams to deliver robust designs for spaceflight applications.

You will apply FEMAP-based FEA and hand calculations to optimize weight, strength, and durability while ensuring compliance with design codes and testing requirements. This role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and clear technical reporting.